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Automated water changes are risky without monitoring. I recommend prepping 50% aged water in a separate container, then having someone pour it in slowly halfway through your trip. For feeding, use a battery-operated feeder with a mix of high-quality pellets and freeze-dried foods. Discus can go ...

Lighting is key. Fry need dim light for the first few weeks. Also, are you using RO water? Tap water can have trace elements that fry can't handle. And what's your water change routine? Consistency is huge.

One thing I haven't seen mentioned yet is temperature stability. Acropora millepora can be sensitive to fluctuations. What's your heater setup like? I run two heaters on a controller to avoid swings, and my corals have never been happier.

If you're gonna crank the heat, keep an eye on oxygen levels. Higher temps mean less dissolved O2. Maybe add an airstone if you don't have one. What's your surface agitation like?


Solid point. I run a sponge filter alongside my canister for extra surface movement. Dynamo, you might wanna ...

Healing time varies by fish. Younger Discus recover faster, older ones slower. Your tank setup sounds solid, but watch for bullying. If the same fish keeps getting nipped, you might need to rearrange decor or isolate the aggressor. How many tankmates are we talking?

If you're using Prazipro, remember it's light-sensitive. Dose after lights out or cover the tank for a few hours. I've found that reduces stress. Also, avoid carbon in your filter during treatment, it'll remove the meds.

Praziquantel-based treatments like Prazipro are effective, but you need to ensure proper oxygenation during treatment. Gill flukes can cause respiratory distress, so increase surface agitation. I've used API General Cure with success in my 120-gallon planted tank. Dose as directed, and follow up ...

Re: Beef Heart Mystery

I'm curious, what's the go-to food for discus these days? Any particular brand that's popular?

It's interesting to consider how beef heart became a staple in discus diets. Who actually figured out that discus are fond of beef heart?